Fort Richardson Warnings, Watches and Advisories

Do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. The water depth and road condition may be unsafe. Additional information is available at https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/ Stay tuned for further updates by listening to NOAA weather radio... or your local radio and TV stations.

Flood Watch issued May 9 at 7:09PM AKDT until May 10 at 6:00PM AKDT by NWS Fairbanks AK

* WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is possible. * WHERE...The Yukon River near Circle * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Residents of Circle should be aware that the breakup front on the Yukon river is approaching and expected to reach Circle in the near future. No overbank flooding has been reported yet. However, as the breakup front moves downstream towards Circle it is likely that small jams will form and release, leading to rapidly changing water levels with the potential for minor or moderate flooding at Circle. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The ice jam that formed 12 miles up stream from Circle remains in place. This ice jam remains firmly entrenched, however the ice is showing signs of rot and weakening. While this is delaying the arrival of the break up front, it is also allowing the flood threat to diminish as some of the built up water is passing the jam location. This jam may continue to stay in place for the next few days. Also, downstream of Circle small sloughs and streams are clearing of ice, and the main channel of the Yukon is beginning to break up in place. This further reduces the flood threat for areas downstream of Circle at least as far as Beaver. Even with a reduced flood threat, people living along the Yukon River should remain vigilant until the ice jam threat passes. - Http://www.weather.gov/aprfc

Flood Warning issued May 9 at 3:01PM AKDT until May 12 at 12:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK

Tidal influence may exacerbate flooding in Bethel and surrounding areas. * WHAT...Flooding caused by high flows and impounded water from ice jams continues. * WHERE...The following area, Kuskokwim River and Browns Slough at Bethel and surrounding areas. * WHEN...Until noon AKDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Widespread lowland flooding, including businesses, low structures and over roadways, is now occurring. Additional rises may have further impacts on transpiration or infrastructure. Tidal influences on the Kuskokwim River this evening could cause additional river rises in the Bethel area. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 249 PM AKDT, the River Watch Team reported flooding on the Kuskokwim River and Browns Slough caused by impounded water from ice jams on the Kuskokwim River. The high water related to these jams extended several miles upstream and additional rises are possible in Bethel. - For Kuskokwim River at Bethel: At 2:45pm the stage was 11.03 feet. Flood Stage is 8.5 feet. Additional rises may be possible from tides. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flood Warning issued May 9 at 11:43AM AKDT until May 13 at 12:30PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK

Overland flooding of tundra from the Kuskokwim River have continued to impact locations on the river, including Kwethluk. * WHAT...Flooding caused by impounded water from ice jams continues. * WHERE...Kuskokwim River near Kwethluk. * WHEN...Until 1230 PM AKDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding on the Kuskokwim River. alternate channels and sloughs is ongoing. Low roads, infrastructure and homes near the river continue to be threatened or flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1137 AM AKDT, the River Watch Team reported impounded water on the Kuskokwim River had moved downstream, but high flows can be expected to continue. Additional rises are possible as the surrounding countryside continues to drain. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood - If you live near or along the Kuskokwim River, stay alert and be prepared to take action.

Flood Watch issued May 9 at 11:18AM AKDT until May 12 at 12:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK

Ice jam flooding continues on the Kuskokwim River. * WHAT...Flooding caused by ice jams continues to be possible. * WHERE...The following area, Kuskokwim River near Eek, Napaskiak, Napakiak, Oscarville and Tuntuliak. * WHEN...Through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...The Kuskokwim River is continuing to flood from Kwethluk downstream to the coastal villages. Firm ice is still in place below Napaskiak. Flooding of low lying and flood prone areas along the Kuskokwim River continues to be possible. Residents should be prepared for high water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - River-watch reconnaissance shows the Kuskokwim River breakup front impounded water extending upstream through near Kwethluk. A significant amount of water is behind the front. Flooding from this water is likely. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Now is the time to take precautions. Where possible, move items to higher ground and prepare your community for possible flooding. Prepare to take action.

Flood Advisory issued May 9 at 10:55AM AKDT until May 11 at 12:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK

The ice jam on the Kuskokwim River is currently near Napaskiak. * WHAT...Flooding caused by an ice jam is expected. * WHERE...The following area, Kuskokwim River including Napaskiak and Oscarville. * WHEN...Until noon AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water is surrounding homes and flooding roads in both villages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1050 AM AKDT, the River Watch Team reported an ice jam on the Kuskokwim River near the advisory area. Impounding water due to the ice jam will cause widespread lowland flooding and impact transportation. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood